Sermons on Sinful Human Nature:

The Place Of Praise Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Feb 25, 2005

No work is complete until God has been thanked and praised. It was like that with the rebuilding of the wall of Jerusalem. This sermon looks at the Place and Power of praise.

THE PLACE OF PRAISE. Neh 12:27-47. WBC 27/2/5am Chance for testimonies, later. "monday & friday- going to work on a monday" and "coming home on a Friday" .wmv video clips of a sluggish polar bear (Monday!) and a hoppy penguin (Friday!) THE FEASTING AND THE FASTING Need to start by saying ‘this ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-47

Denomination: Baptist

Citizen Christian Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 5, 2005

What is our obligation to the world as alien residents?

INTRODUCTION „X SLIDE #2 „X Aliens in a strange land, strangers, citizens of heaven, children of God, saints, chosen ones, holy ones, beloved of God. „X These are but a few words the bible uses to describe the Christian. „X Many of these words paint what seems to be an impossible standard for a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Desires Our Worship Series

Contributed by Allen Patterson on Mar 17, 2005

How to keep our hearts right where God wants them and explore the fact that God also desires our worship.

Last week we talked about how God desires our hearts – hearts that are redeemed, restored, and renewed. He desires them because He created them (us) for a relationship with Him – a living God. Today we are going to talk about how to keep our hearts right where God wants them and explore the fact ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Since We Lack Nothing How Shall We Live? Series

Contributed by Patrick Malone on Mar 20, 2005

Since God has not withheld anything good from us, not even His own Son - we are not to withhold from Him or one another.

Mothers’ Day, 3rd March 05 ‘Since we lack nothing in Christ, how shall we live?’ Intro: I’m sure many of you will know the story of Victor Hugo’s epic tale LES MISERABLES. Well let me remind you this morning of the opening picture. Jean Valjean, our hero, is released on parole from 19 years of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Three Tombs

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 22, 2005

As we gather to celebrate Easter Sunday, a day when the Christian faith recognizes the resurrection of Jesus Christ - let’s look at three tombs that Jesus visited in His ministry time on earth each one reveals truth about the person of Jesus.

THE THREE TOMBS 1 Cor 15:55 O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? - Grave/Tomb = the place (state) of departed souls As we gather to celebrate Easter Sunday – a day when the Christian faith recognizes the resurrection of Jesus Christ - let us share from the scripture about ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Less Than Your Best Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 25, 2005

Sermon on the building blocks necessary for a church to grow.

Many people do not give the idea of excellence much thought in the church. “Well as long as we do it for the glory of God.” Consider this real experience: You drive up to the church at 10:10 and the sign says the service starts at 10:15…perfect you are five minutes early. You walk through the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Treat Church Members Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

# 9 in a series on 1 Timothy this message deals with how the social responsiblities of the church to its members.

“Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #9 “How To Treat Church Members” 1 Timothy 5:1-16 As we began our study of the first letter to Timothy we stated that the letter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Castaways Or Not? Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 5, 2005

Do the Jews still have a purpose in God’s plan?

Chapter 11 Paul addresses the concern: Is God done with Israel, Has He cast them aside? Is there still a literal purpose to be fulfilled through the Jews? Every December, especially in these last years, the promotion of at least two holidays occurs, Christmas and Hannukkah. What are the Jews ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-15

Looking Unto Jesus

Contributed by Robert Garrett on Apr 11, 2005

Every problem you encounter there is someone in the "great cloud of witnesses: encouraging you to look to Jesus. This message will show how we are to Look unto Jesus.

INTRO. It seems that in this day and time we are living in a world that is changing each and every day. Just think about how just in the past few years how things have totally changed in how people think and how they do things and what is expected of the child of God. ILLUSTRATION: “Yesterday ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: A Friend Many Seek

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 11, 2005

Fanny Crosby captured the essence of this sermon when she wrote, "What A Friend We Have in Jesus."

JESUS: A FRIEND MANY SEEK John 15:12-16 12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. 14 You are my friends if you do what I command. 15 I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

It's About Integrity

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 12, 2005

Integrity is not what we do. Integrity is who we are.

It’s About Integrity Matthew 27:11-26 April 10, 2005 You are going to think that I made this up, but I promise you that this is a true story. A few years ago, I got a phone call from the father of a fourteen year old boy. He was the father of one of my son’s friends and thought that I should ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Methodist

A Reason For Our Hope

Contributed by Carl Allen on May 2, 2005

What is the reason for your hope. Are you relying on God to carry you through or are you counting on the false hopes of the world to carry you through?

"A REASON FOR OUR HOPE" INTRODUCTION 1. In 1 Peter 3:15, we find Peter giving the following command: "But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear;" 2. Here we learn that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Mother

Contributed by John Gerald on May 5, 2005

Tributes to Mothers

MOTHER It takes a mother’s love to make a house a home, A place to be remembered, no matter where we roam. It takes a mother’s patience to bring a child up right, And her courage and her cheerfulness to make a dark day bright. It takes a mother’s thoughtfulness to mend the heart’s deep ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Methodist

Eyes Wide Open Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005

1st in series showing Jesus’ priorities on earth. People are important to God, and they need to understand the full extent of His personal care and involvement in their lives.

John 4:1-42 – Eyes Wide Open This week we are starting our series designed for the 40 Days of Prayer and Fasting. Our theme for the year is “Declare His Name: Aligning Our Lives with Christ’s Passion”. It’s about looking at who Christ is, and what He came to earth to do. So, for the next few ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Starting Over Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005

1st in a potentially very long and thorough series on Joshua. Also a good New Year sermon. This 1st one deals with faith and courage.

Joshua 1:1-9 – Starting Over Jeffrey Anselmi wrote these words: “I am the new year. I am an unspoiled page in your book of time. I am your next chance at the art of living. I am your opportunity to practice what you have learned about life during the last twelve months. All that you sought and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist